Relying on the word of God and holding firmly to hope, which like a sure and steadfast anchor reaches to the heavens (cf. Heb 6:18-20), the Bishop stands in the midst of the Church as a vigilant sentinel, a courageous prophet, a credible witness and a faithful servant of Christ, our hope and glory (cf. Col 1:27), thanks to whom 'death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying nor pain anymore' (cf. Rev 21:4)." (Pastores gregis, #3)

Since it was established by Pope Pius IX in 1872, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence has been served by a total of eight Bishops and six Auxiliary Bishops. For additional information relative to the Bishops’ ministry, please click on their individual names at the left.

Bishops native to Rhode Island, who are residing/resided in the Diocese of Providence, here.